LAHORE: Strong resentment has emerged among Punjab University teachers and employees following the registration of an FIR against office bearers of the university’s Joint Action Committee (JAC), which has been leading a 36-day protest over alleged corruption, financial irregularities and bad governance. The FIR, registered at Muslim Town Police Station, names JAC Chairman Prof. Dr….
Global oil prices climbed for a fourth consecutive session on Wednesday, with Brent crude moving closer to the key $100 per barrel mark as renewed fighting in the Middle East heightened concerns over potential disruptions to global crude supplies. Brent crude futures rose 1.4% to $99.33 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude gained…
The government has decided to allow the export of an additional 200,000 metric tonnes of sugar, citing sufficient domestic stocks and improved production. The decision was taken by a sugar steering committee chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and will now be presented to the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) for formal approval. The latest…
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Polio Eradication Programme has announced a 28 per cent increase in the daily allowance for frontline polio workers, with the revised payment set to take effect from the next nationwide vaccination campaign. According to the National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC), the increased allowance is aimed at providing better financial support to workers…
KARACHI: A fire broke out at the headquarters of the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC), causing extensive damage to the office of Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab. According to KMC officials, the fire erupted in a kitchen located next to the mayor’s office. The flames and intense heat subsequently spread to the adjoining office, leaving the mayor’s…
KARACHI: Two young men were killed in separate incidents in Karachi within hours, highlighting renewed concerns over street crime and the unsafe movement of heavy vehicles through densely populated areas. The first incident occurred near Liaquatabad No. 10, where a 28-year-old man identified as Shahzad was allegedly shot dead while resisting armed robbers attempting to…
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has paid tribute to the officers and personnel of the Pakistan Navy, praising their professionalism, courage and dedication to safeguarding the country’s maritime interests. In her message on the occasion of Naval Day, Maryam Nawaz said the Pakistan Navy has consistently demonstrated exceptional professional capabilities and shown its strength…
QUETTA: Onion prices have surged in Quetta, with the vegetable becoming Rs40 per kilogram more expensive in the city’s markets amid pressure on available supplies. Market sources said onions that were previously selling for around Rs160 per kilogram are now being sold for as much as Rs200 per kilogram in several parts of Quetta. In…
Adnan Aziz’s football journey is a story of perseverance, sacrifice and determination. Born on January 1, 2002, in Djougou, northern Benin, the Beninese striker has travelled across several football environments in Europe while continuing to pursue his ambitions on and off the pitch. His journey began in Benin, where his early experiences with Tchemabi FC…
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has prepared a landmark proposal to transform the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) into an autonomous federal unit with its own elected assembly and local chief executive, according to sources familiar with the matter. The proposal has been developed by a special committee led by Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal. The committee has…
